Sudamerica Latin Groove – SLG & Friends*

A special party years in the making! Sudamerica Latin Groove and a host of special guests will make you dream, dance, and enjoy the incredibly diverse music of SLG’s debut album, with original songs, original arrangements and some unique versions of favorite songs.

Sudamerica Latin Groove (SLG), formerly known as The Funky Tones, is a dynamic band renowned for seamlessly blending funk, jazz, rock, pop, world music, classical, and latin rhythms. Founded in 2013 in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, the band has evolved into a musical powerhouse celebrating the cultural fusion of South and North American influences. Now based in Naples, Florida, SLG features a lineup of seasoned musicians from diverse South American backgrounds: Dorian Mendez (Argentina) music direction and bass, Everton Vidal (Brazil) on guitar, Alejandro Yaguaracuto (Venezuela) on drums, Renan Gerstenberger (Paraguay) on keyboards, and Kevin Morato (Bolivia) as vocalist, complemented by sound engineer Ezequiel Soliz (Bolivia). Renowned for their infectious music that exudes vitality, Sudamerica Latin Groove seamlessly merges traditional and contemporary elements. Their electrifying performances have positioned them as an emerging force in the SWFL music scene, creating a distinctive and vibrant sound that deeply resonates with diverse audiences.

Thursday, May 15, 2025; 7:30pm
Performing Arts Center, Moe Auditorium & Film Center,
10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs
Tickets: $48 Tier 1 / $43 Tier 2 / $38 Tier 3